SAT PSAT ACT Grammar Bootcamp
In this four-week self-paced class, students will review the foundations of grammar, study grammar topics commonly found on the ACT/PSAT/SAT, and apply their knowledge through practice questions.
Lydia P.
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4 pre-recorded lessons
4 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentHomework
1-2 hours per week. Students will receive practices exercise throughout the class.Certificate of Completion
includedClass Experience
The grammar questions on the college entrance exams, including the PSAT, SAT, and ACT, can be notoriously difficult. Two key factors contribute to success in these sections: a solid understanding of grammar fundamentals and familiarity with the common types of grammar questions on the test. This self-paced online course is designed to help students master the intricacies of English grammar and improve their SAT, PSAT, and ACT scores. Over four weeks, students will review the foundations of grammar, study grammar topics commonly found on the ACT/PSAT/SAT, and apply their knowledge through practice questions. Topics will include a comprehensive review of the parts of speech, a deep dive into common grammar topics and rules found on the test, and targeted practice on specific grammar concepts. Some of the topics covered include colon usage, dash usage, punctuation rules, subject-verb agreement, pronoun-antecedent agreement, and combining independent clauses correctly. By the end of this course, students will have a stronger understanding of grammar rules and develop effective strategies for tackling grammar questions on standardized tests. This course is designed to equip students with the tools they need to succeed on the grammar section of the SAT and other college entrance exam
Learning Goals
Master the fundamentals of English grammar: Develop a strong understanding of parts of speech, sentence structure, and grammar rules.Understand the types of grammar questions on the PSAT, SAT, and ACT: Familiarize yourself with the different formats and strategies for answering grammar questions on these tests.
Syllabus
4 Lessons
over 4 WeeksLesson 1:
Parts of Speech
The lesson will cover the parts of speech: nouns, pronouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs, prepositions, conjunctions, gerunds, infinitives, and interjections. Students will receive a study guide and practice exercises for each of these topics. Lesson 2:
What you need to know for the test (Part 1)
The lesson will cover dependent and independent clauses, punctuation, essential and non-essential clauses and appositives, plurals and possessives as well as direct, concise, and passive writing. Students will receive a study guide and practice exercises for each of these topics. Lesson 3:
What you need to know for the test (Part 2)
The lesson will cover using pronouns correctly, misplaced modifiers, subject-verb agreement and pronoun agreement, verb tense, colons, quotation marks, semicolons in lists with commas, and dashes. Students will receive a study guide and practice exercises for each of these topics. Lesson 4:
Let's practice
The lesson will include going over practice questions similar to those found on the ACT, PSAT, and SAT. After class, students will be given more practice questions for homework. Other Details
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in English Language and Literature from King College
I have a diverse background in education as a high school ELA teacher and school librarian, with over fifteen years of experience in tutoring and teaching. I hold a Master's in Library Science and a Bachelor's in English, providing me with a strong foundation in language and literature. Reviews
Self-Paced Course
$32
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Ages: 14-18
